According to Stan Hasselbusch, President & CEO of L.B. Foster, "We are happy to finalize this transaction with Koppers and complete our last step in the acquisition of Portec Rail Products, Inc."

About L.B. Foster Company

L.B. Foster is a leading manufacturer, fabricator and distributor of products and services for the rail, construction, energy and utility markets with approximately 30 locations throughout the United States. The Company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. Please visit our Website: www.lbfoster.com.